Children’s friendship needs and skills change as they grow. Their ideas about what friendship actually is also changes as they develop. There are 5 stages of friendship that children go through as they learn to make and keep friends. Kids First’s Child...
Does your child find it hard to stay calm? These practical ideas from the Occupational Therapists at Kids First Children’s Services in Sydney’s northern beaches offer easy suggestions for home, preschool and school. There are many strategies that parents...
In the world of children’s development, executive functioning and ADHD share a close bond, forming a significant part of a child’s cognitive growth. Executive functioning encompasses a range of mental skills that allow us to pay attention, set goals, plan,...
Anxiety is a common experience for children, and as a parent, it’s important to understand the different types of anxiety your child may be experiencing. By recognising the signs and symptoms of anxiety, you can help your child manage their emotions and support...
As human beings, we learn and develop ‘from the bottom up’ through essential sensory processing. In other words, as babies and small children, our early development begins with physical and sensory skills that we master, one by one, step by step, creating...
As a parent, you want your child to develop strong fine motor skills to help them with everyday tasks like writing, using cutlery, and getting dressed. Luckily, Kids First’s experienced occupational therapists have plenty of fun activities that can help improve...
